Library News & Events
June 2024
 
Library Hours
M - Th: 10 - 9 | Fri - 10 - 5 | Sat: 10 - 5 | Sun: 1 - 4
 
Visit www.dillonlibrary.org for inclement weather, closings or delay announcements.
 
**Summer Hours**

Closed Sundays from Memorial Day to Labor Day
 
 
The library is closed on June 19 for Juneteenth.
To learn more about this holiday, click here.
 
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We will be at the Bedminster Farmers Market on Saturday, June 1 from 9am - 1pm at River Road Park. Stop by and say hello.
 
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Butterfly Release

On May 16 after Story Time, our beautiful Painted Ladies butterflies were released by the children. It was exciting for the children to watch the life cycle of their new friends. 
 
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Anytime is a great time to use our FREE Museum Passes. Click here to see our selection.
 
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LIBRARY OF THINGS We are more than just books. Did you know we lend jigsaw puzzles, hot spots, a telescope, binoculars, a ukulele, and a Projector We have board games including Backgammon, Scrabble, and Rummikub. Why buy when you can borrow from us?
 
 
June Special Programs
CANASTA COMES TO THE LIBRARY. 
 
Much simpler and engaging than "Your Grandmother's Game", modern canasta joins the library's roster of weekly instructor-led table games. Give it a try, many across our land are doing so.
 
Mondays @ 9:30 am, beginning Mon June 3
 
In Person | Register Here
CAFE NOONER WITH CAROL SIMON LEVIN'S PROGRAM ON "CRAZY DAISY"--FOUNDER OF AMERICA'S GIRL SCOUTS PROGRAM.
 
Of all Carol's engaging programs on American women leaders, this one may be her most colorful. Pictured opposite is Juliette Gordon Low, AKA "Crazy Daisy" who founded The Girl Scouts back in 1912. Her slightly madcap but wholly successful methods sparked a major innovation in American girlhood.

Thur, June 20 @ Noon (in the cafe)
 
Attendance is Limited In Person | Register Here
Upcoming Live Virtual Author Talks with Bestselling Authors
This is a virtual live event on the computer and you are able to submit your questions to the authors!!  Can't make the virtual live event? All author talks are recorded and  can be viewed at a later date of your choosing.
 
 
 ***Coming in July - Mercy Watson and Kate DiCamillo, The Last Kids on Earth and Matt Brallier, Elizabeth Acevedo, and Dan Santat***
 
For the Love of Mars: A Human History of the Red Planet with Smithsonian Curator Matt Shindell
 
June 3 @ 2PM EST
 
Mars and its secrets have fascinated and mystified humans since ancient times. Due to its vivid color and visibility, geologic kinship with Earth, and potential as our best hope for settlement, Mars embodies everything that inspires us about space and exploration. For the Love of Mars surveys the red planet's place in the human imagination, beginning with ancient astrologers and skywatchers and ending in our present moment of exploration and virtual engagement.
 
See More and Register
 


 
Psychological Thrillers and the Queen of Twists– An Author Talk with Freida McFadden

June 13 @ 8PM EDT
 
Get your popcorn and take a seat as we pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden! McFadden will join us to chat about writing psychological thrillers, her mega-bestselling hit The Housemaid series, in particular her forthcoming (June 11, 2024) third installment, The Housemaid Is Watching. 
 
See More and Register
 
Unpacking a History of Systemic Racism in the American Education System with Tiffany Jewell

June 20 @ 2PM EDT
 
Join us as #1 New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Jewell highlights the inequities Black and Brown students face from preschool through college as she presents lessons and knowledge from her new book Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School. 
 
See More and Register
 
Webinars Provided By The New Jersey State Library
(webinars are not recorded)
WEBINAR – Betsey Stockton’s Neighbors: Princeton’s Black Community in the Era of the Civil War
 
Wed, June 19 @ 12PM - 1PM
 
Princeton, New Jersey, has long had the reputation of being a pretty and prosperous college town, an almost bucolic stop midway between Philadelphia and New York. Yet despite being in the North, Princeton had strong ties to the South throughout the antebellum era, largely because the College of New Jersey (later Princeton University) had a longstanding commitment to recruiting students from below the Mason-Dixon Line. In celebration of Juneteenth, please join us as Dr. Gregory Nobles explores Princeton’s history in the Civil War era through the person of Betsey Stockton, a much-revered figure among Princeton’s Black people, a local leader engaged in the grass-roots business of building support systems for her community. Her story highlights the larger significance of Black people in the antebellum North whose persistence was a form of resistance, working on a day-to-day basis in building Black communities, holding them together in a nation that was on the path to coming apart.
 
Gregory Nobles (AB Princeton University, PhD University of Michigan) was a faculty member and administrator for thirty-three years at Georgia Tech, where he is now Professor Emeritus of History. His research specialty is the history of the United States from the era of the American Revolution to the Civil War, and his most recent book is The Education of Betsey Stockton: An Odyssey of Slavery and Freedom (University of Chicago Press, 2022). He did the research and writing for that work while serving as the Mellon Distinguished Scholar in Residence at the American Antiquarian Society, in Worcester MA, 2016-2017, and the Robert C. Ritchie Distinguished Fellow at the Huntington Library, in San Marino CA, 2018-2109. Nobles lives in Atlanta GA and Northport MI.
This program is being co-sponsored by the Thomas Edison State University Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council.
 
Register Here
 
 
WEBINAR – The EVOLVING Employment Model: Managing Your Career in the Rapidly Changing Economy
 
Thur, June 20 @ 12PM - 1PM
 
The employment landscape is changing. Consulting and gig jobs, health passports, major disrupters, Work-From-Home, and more seem to dominate that landscape. Understanding what the changing employment model is and how to fit into it is essential to work success. Please join Paul Cecala of Cecala Career Consultants for this highly interactive session that explores what jobs and careers look like going forward. Learn how to develop a new outlook on how to create income stability and growth as well as consistent work.
 
Paul Cecala is a certified Global Career Development Facilitator, work search author, and founder of Cecala Career Consultants. Since 1999 he has assisted over 3000 job seekers ranging from C-Suite executives to college students. Paul specializes in creating job search project plans and is recognized for his empathetic listening skills. Paul currently facilitates job seeker networking groups for 4 different organizations. He has helmed the adult professional education programs for 2 colleges and a NJ Dept. of Labor One-Stop Career Center. Paul has his BS in Psychology from Florida Institute of Technology. He has published a book and numerous articles on career coaching in a variety of publications.
 
Register Here
 
Women's Forum
   Sharing Wisdom

A PROGRAM FOR WOMEN
June 2024
 
Women's Forum dedicates this month to Matisse.
 
First~
At our luncheon event we'll start with a comprehensive documentary of his journey as an artist from the early days to his final and most dramatic work!
 
Matisse Luncheon - Thurs, June 6 @ Noon 
 
In Person | Registration $20 | Register Here
 
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And then~
WF travels to Philadelphia's Barnes Foundation which pays homage to the great artist with an impressive collection of his work and a special exhibit honoring Matisse and Renoir!
 
 TRIP TO THE BARNES FOUNDATION - Thursday June 27, leaving the Dillon Library at 9am.  Return trip 3pm.  Admission 45.  Does not include entry to the museum.  FYI there is a restaurant at the museum.
 
Barnes Foundation - Thurs, June 27 @ 9 AM
 
In Person | Registration $45 | Register Here
 
This event is full - registration for WAITLIST ONLY.
 
Weekly Programs
Yoga
 
Register for Monday @ 9am (Virtual)
 Register for Thursday @ 9am (Virtual)
Knitting with Eleanor
 
Every Wednesday @ 11am
In-Person (No Registration Required)
Meditation & Mindfulness
 
Every Wednesday at 7:15pm (Virtual)
Register Here
Chair Yoga
 
Every Friday @ 10:30am
In-Person (No Registration Required)
Canasta

Every Monday 9:30 - 11:15am
Starting June 3rd | Register Here
 
Short Story Time
"Good Country People" by Flannery O'Connor
 
Tues, June 4 @ Noon 
 
In Person | (No Registration Required)
 
Written copies are available in the library
Book Clubs
Morning Book Club
 
"Murder In Old Bombay" by Nev March
 
Thurs, June 20 @ 11am 
 
In Person | Register Here
 
July advance notice: "Our Souls at Night" by Kent Haraf

 
Virtual Evening Book Club
 
"White Teeth" by Zadie Smith
 
Thurs, June 6 @ 7pm 
 
Via Zoom | Register Here
 
There will be no reading in July
 
 
There are a limited number of books available in paperback. 
 
Additional Library Programs
Origami

The Japanese art of folding paper, instructor led
 
Thurs, June 6 @ 10am (upstairs meeting room)
 
Attendance is limited | Register Here


 
Virtual French Conversation Group

Tues, June 4 @ 7pm
 
Via Zoom | Register Here
 
There will be no sessions in July and August

 
Sandy's Music
 
Thematic choices from assorted musical genres. The Schumanns-Robert and wife Clara are featured.
 
Fri, June 14 @ Noon
 
In Person | No Registration Required
ESL - English as a Second Language
 
We now have two classes on two separate dates. 
 
Beginning ESL is on Mondays
Advanced ESL is on Tuesdays (CLOSED/FULL)
 
Both at 7:15 in the local history room
 
Click here for Spanish version.
MAHJONGG
 
Tuesdays from 12:30-3:30 pm. (CLOSED/FULL)
 
Wednesdays from 12:30-3:30pm. (CLOSED/FULL)
 
 
Bridge
 
Mondays from 11:30-4pm.
 
In person | Walk-in
 
Bridge Lessons for Beginners with Chris Regan

Mondays @ 2:30pm
 
There is a $10 fee which is paid to the instructor. 
 
The bridge tables are back up on Mondays at 11:30am for interested players.  Informal format.  The library has a limited supply of decks and experienced players are welcome to bring their own cards and supplies.  If interested in attending the 2:30pm beginning learning session please call the instructor at 908-334-7885 
Drop in Computer Help
 
Weekly on Tuesdays from 3-4pm.
 
(No Registration Required)
 
 
Tuesday Night at the Movies - Classic Film Series
 
ALL SCREENINGS BEGIN AT 6:45PM
 
 
No registration required
 
 Mystery Movie Month  
 
Murder by Invitation (1941)
 
June 4
(1941) (67 min.) Not Rated
 
Sarah Padden stars as an eccentric millionairess who invites all of her greedy relatives to her mansion for the weekend to decide who is going to inherit her fortune.  Unfortunately, there is murder involved.  Wallace Ford is an intrepid reporter who arrives on the scene to investigate.  If you are a fan of Agatha Christie, you will enjoy this movie.
Larceny, Inc. (1942)
 
June 11
(1942) (67 min.) Not Rated
 
Edward G. Robinson, Broderick Crawford, and Edward Brophy star as three ex-cons who come up with a scheme to buy a luggage shop but their real motive is to tunnel into the bank next door. They only have one problem – their shop is a great success. This adorable comedy also features Jane Wyman, Jackie Gleason, Anthony Quinn, and Jack Carson.
Conflict (1945)
 
June 18
(1945) (86 min.) Not Rated
 
Humphrey Bogart is a married engineer who murders his wife as he is in love with her sister.  The only fly in the ointment is that Bogie starts seeing his (maybe) dead wife in the flesh.  What a dilemma.  This film noir also stars Alexis Smith and Sidney Greenstreet.
Mrs. Pollifax - Spy (1971)

June 25
(1971) (110 min.) Rated G
 
The sublime Rosalind Russell stars as a New Jersey widow who volunteers to works for the CIA.  She is sent on an easy mission to Mexico to pick up a certain book but things just don’t go the way they were planned.  This was Roz’s last theatrical movie and what a joy it is to watch.  Based on the novels by Dorothy Gilman, this film also features Darren McGavin.


 
Friday Movies - Contemporary
ALL SCREENINGS BEGIN AT 1:30PM
 
 
No registration required.
 
Freud’s Last Session
 
June 7
(2023) (108 min.) Rated PG-13
 
Anthony Hopkins stars as Sigmund Freud and Matthew Goode stars as C.S. Lewis as the two men meet and debate the existence of God and other relationships.   This movie is beautifully filmed and is intellectually stimulating.  Nice to have a movie made for grownups.
Emily
 
June 14
(2022) (130 min.) Rated R
 
Emma Mackay stars as the writer Emily Bronte and this film tells the story of her life experiences that influenced her writing “Wuthering Heights.” The film also features Oliver Jackson-Cohen and was directed by Frances O’Connor.
Showdown at the Grand
 
June 21
(2023) (92 mon.) Not Rated
 
Terrence Howard stars as a cinephile who owns a movie theater that is being threatened with
destruction by corporate developers.  This film is an action-comedy that also features John Savage and Dolph Lundgren.
Bob Marley - One Love
 
June 28
(2024) (107 min.) Rated PG-13
 
Kingsley Ben- Adir stars as reggae icon Bob Marley as this film tells the story of how he overcame adversity to revolutionize music.  It is a compelling and entertaining movie that also features Lashana Lynch and James Norton.
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Cool Critters - presented by The Somerset County Parks Commission
 
Tue, June 11 @ 4:30PM 
 
This live animal program offers a unique look at some incredible critters! Register now for your spot for this awesome family program that you won't want to miss!
 
In Person | Register Here
 
Father's Day Craft
 
Thurs, June 13 @ 4:30PM
 
Join Miss Pat for an afternoon craft - perfect for Father's Day!
 
In Person | Register Here
Summer Reading Kick-Off

Sat, June 15 Drop in craft (all day long)
 
Join us as we kick off our Summer Reading season!
 
 
 
Watercolors with Miss Pat is BACK!
 
Thurs, June 20 @ 4:30 PM
 
Join Miss Pat on Thursday June 20th for another round of fabulous art for your 2nd - 8th grader!  
 
In Person | Register Here
 
Click Here to see the entire Children's Newsletter
Local Resource Links & Information
Red Cross Blood Drive

Tues, June 25, 11am - 4pm
 
Please contact the Red Cross at www.redcrossblood.org for more information
Thank You Friends!


 
A special "Thank You!" and heartfelt gratitude to the Friends of the Clarence Dillon Library for their generosity and support of our excellent library programs.
 
Bedminster Township | Far Hills Borough
 
 
Clarence Dillon Public Library
2336 Lamington Rd.
Bedminster, New Jersey 07921
908-234-2325

http://www.dillonlibrary.org